Experience

• 

  EXA Capital

  • Dallas, Texas, United States

  • Human Resources Director

    • Feb 2024 - Present
    • Dallas, Texas, United States

    As the Director, Human Resources of EXA Capital, I am responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and strategic direction to the HR functions of the holding company and its portfolio companies. This role involves overseeing day-to-day HR operations, implementing policies and programs, and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• 

  Forward Advantage

  • Fresno, California, United States

  • Human Resources Manager

    • Jan 2022 - Present
    • Fresno, California, United States

    Reporting to the V.P., Finance & Administration, this position serves as a consultant to management and employees of Forward Advantage, Inc. and Physician Network Advantage on Human Resources related issues. The HR Manager oversees all human resources policies, programs, and practices, employee relations, including compensation, benefits, HRIS and performance management systems.

• 

  Physician Network Advantage

  • Fresno, California, United States

  • Human Resources Manager

    • Jan 2022 - Mar 2024
    • Fresno, California, United States

    Reporting to the Controller/CCO, this position serves as a consultant to management and employees of Forward Advantage, Inc. and Physician Network Advantage on Human Resources related issues. The HR Manager oversees all human resources policies, programs, and practices, employee relations, including compensation, benefits, HRIS and performance management systems.

• 

  Sierra Telephone

  • Oakhurst CA

  • Human Resources Manager

    • Nov 2016 - Jan 2022
    • Oakhurst CA

    Responsible to design, develop, implement, and oversee Human Resources (HR) policies and practices for the Sierra Tel companies in compliance with applicable laws and industry-wide trends. Engage in long and short-term planning, and implement Human Resources objectives with the approval of executive management. Provide leadership and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department including Safety Administration and Payroll oversight.

• 

  Lion Raisins

  • Human Resource Manager

    • Apr 2016 - Nov 2016

    Manage strategic and tactical aspects of Human Resources for Lion Raisins, and it's sister companies including recruitment, selection, on-boarding, benefits administration, COBRA, coaching, off-boarding, labor relations, EDD,and leaves: including FMLA.

• 

  State Center Federation Of Teachers

  • Fresno, California Area

  • Executive Director

    • Jul 2014 - Apr 2016
    • Fresno, California Area

    As Executive Director for SCFT, I am responsible for; contract administration, coordination of complaint and grievance activities including, meetings with Unit Members, District Administration, District HR, and Legal Counsel. Additional duties consist of the execution of day-to-day administrative activities such as database management, problem solving, calendar management, and assisting all members of the SCFT Executive Council achieve their goals. Accountability for engagement encompasses tasks such as recruitment and development of new Executive Council members, engaging in strategies for increased membership, and coordinating educational workshops for SCCCD faculty.

• 

  AppleOne Employment Services

  • Fresno, California Area

  • Sr. Account Executive

    • Jul 2013 - Jun 2014
    • Fresno, California Area

    Finding and fulfilling the needs of others! I am a proven professional matchmaker, connecting talented individuals with organizational needs, resulting in maximized profitability for all. At AppleOne Employment Services in Fresno, I recruit in the areas of Administrative, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, Medical, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and MORE.

• 

  San Joaquin Valley College

  • Career Services Manager, Fresno Campus

    • Mar 2011 - Apr 2013

    Managed all aspects of Career Services, promoting career placement, educating students to manage their careers, and interacting with employers and alumni promoting opportunities for San Joaquin Valley College (SJVC) students and strengthening SJVC’s network of employers and advocates. Hired, supervised and retained skilled staff; establishing weekly goals, monitoring goal progress and daily managed team to successful achievement. Participated in Program and Curriculum Reviews, chaired and attended individual, Corporate and Campus meetings. Managed communications strategy designed to position the department in the best possible light with internal and external audiences. Promoted electronic communications strategy that includes social networking, effective web presence, and other modes of engagement.

• 

  Reading and Beyond

  • Fresno, California Area

  • Administrative Manager

    • May 2010 - Apr 2011
    • Fresno, California Area

    As the Administrative Manager for Reading and Beyond, I had direct oversight of various programs managed by Reading and Beyond, such as Fresno Bridge Academy, Pathways to Success, and the Fresno County Supervised Child Care Rooms. In addition to administrative and management duties, I managed family focused programs that aim at providing services to the entire family unit. Programs include 6 Fresno County Child Care rooms, and Fresno Bridge Academy and Pathways to Success that designed to break the defeat cycle and create a family legacy of self-reliance. My role allowed me to implement educational and employment development programs for hard to reach communities. My administrative functions included developing processes, establishing metrics, tracking progress and demographics, and reporting to several Board of Directors. Lastly, as Administrative Manager of Reading and Beyond, I was able to do the following: •Lead, hire, train, coach, and mentor case management staff. •Build community relationships with other non-profit organizations and supportive services to meet the needs of the clientele. •Drive demand and achieve goals through a variety of methods, including developing MOU’s •Collaborate with the Executive Director, develop, communicate, and implement operational

• 

  Volt Workforce Solutions

  • Business Development Recruiter

    • Dec 2008 - May 2010

    As a Business Development Recruiter, I provide strategic sourcing, individual growth, and competitive advantage to individuals and hiring managers seeking results. I provide this service through recruitment and business development, via the Fresno Volt Workforce Solutions office in the areas of Administrative, Accounting, Finance, and Sales as well as Technical based opportunities such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Project Management. My tenured experience interfacing with a diverse company base, coupled with my fanatical customer service and operational efficiencies has afforded me strong success in placing high talent personnel in virtually any industry. I am known for fanatical customer service, follow-up, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and integrity with Volt’s customer base throughout the Tulare, Fresno and Madera Counties.

• 

  Pelco

  • United States
  • Security and Investigations
  • 500 - 600 Employee

  • Operations Manager, Strategic Accounts

    • Feb 2006 - Dec 2008

    Managed team of Strategic Account Specialists, developed Best Practice methods for department, aided in the sound financial decisions of large projects within account responsibility, and worked to implement EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) processes between National Account customers and Pelco saving both companies time in money in order/transaction processing.

  • Strategic Account Specialist/Sr. Strategic Account Specialist

    • Jun 2000 - Feb 2006

    Assisted Field Dierctors and Corporate Level Contacts of top tier customers in a variety of Sales and Customer Service activities. Cooridinated factory visits, marketing materials, and managed logistics of large projects. During this time, I was named Pelco's Employee of the Year for 2003.